May 16, 2024
Music Series: Brahms’ Mighty Piano Quintet (SOLD OUT)
Join WCHOF Music Director Brian Woods and musicians from the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra for an evening of drama, passion, and romanticism with Johannes Brahms’ famous Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34. Often regarded as the “crown” of Brahms’ chamber music, the Piano Quintet is a towering achievement of the classical repertoire, offering each performer moments to shine with beautiful melodies and virtuosic displays.
WCHOF Music Director and concert pianist Brian Woods is proud to partner with musicians of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra to present an unforgettable chamber music program. Violinists Hannah Ji and Shawn Weil, violist Chris Tantillo, and cellist Bjorn Ranheim represent the finest St. Louis area musicians, each a compelling soloist and collaborator. Enjoy their talents on full display for the WCHOF Music Series!
5:30 p.m. | Doors Open
6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk
6:30 p.m. | Break
7:00 p.m. | Concert
Limited in person seating available.
- *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
- Each ticket includes one free drink
- Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

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